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HAVE YOU HEARD? Free HEARING TEST!! Call Us Today! 606-678-4010 SUBMITTED COO Brian Springate (left) and CEO Robert Parker go over hospital poli- cies together at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. Springate became the Chief Operating Officer at the beginning of the year. Their three children (A.J., Corey and Madi) are nurses too. “I enjoy working in a profession that helps to make a difference in people’s health,” Springate says. “It is something you strive for as a healthcare provider.” “As a leader, you understand that the decisions you are making will affect the staff and the people living in this community,” he continues. “It is something that is important to me.” Springate appears to be settling 24 • I n T ouch with S outhern K entucky  into his current position. He also is enjoying his new community. “LCRH has a deep commitment to the mission of making communities healthier,” Springate says. “I look forward to helping support and continue the excellent work already underway.” “My wife and I have lived all over the country,” he continues. “But the people here are so nice and some of the friendliest that I have ever met.” Trusted Service Since 1964 Roses Shopping Center Somerset, KY We also have a location in London, KY “B est H earing a ids ” 2019 CJ r eaders ’ C HoiCe a wards A llison C ummins -C Aruso KY 0945/102760 M arch 2020